In the classic tradition of the liberal arts, this course introduces you to film through the study of masterpieces. They enable us to appreciate the beauty and opportunities inherent in art while resisting manipulation and ideological entrapment. On both a personal and societal level, then, media competence in general and film competence in particular are key skills. It is not a coincidence that politicians as diverse as Adolph Hitler and Al Gore have commissioned films to mould public discourse to fit their ideological agendas and political goals. Our past, present, and future are imagined and reimagined, and our hopes and dreams, fears and nightmares are experienced not just individually, but also collectively through the medium of film.īecause of its uniqueness and power, cinema has been used – and abused – by elites to shape the popular imagination and to manipulate public opinion. And it is influential because it shapes modern global culture like no other, simultaneously reflecting and moulding our collective imagination. Cinema is ‘complete’ because it incorporates numerous major art forms (theatre, photography, literature, painting, and music), blending them into a unique format. Arguably, cinema is both the most ‘complete’ and the most influential form of modern art. Therefore, it is an essential component of a liberal arts education. Since the earliest cave paintings 64,000 years ago, art has reflected, deepened, and enriched the human experience. Please keep this in mind while signing up for this class. Attendance of these screenings is strongly recommended for students enrolled in the Masterpieces of Cinema course. While this course has been scheduled in timeslot T8 (Tuesdays 13:15-15:00 + Fridays 17:15-19:00), the film screenings will take place on the Monday evening, most likely between 17:00 and 20:30.
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